Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $350 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 60/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,223,886); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $499
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Poco X8 Pro scores 3 points higher (63/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy A56 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 61.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Poco X8 Pro was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.